But a new study found that when it comes to exerting self-restraint over our desires, it’s the conviction in the perceived payoff that matters. For the study “State Mindfulness and Self-Regulation,” researchers at Saarland University in Saarbruecken, Germany, and at the University of Cologne, Germany, tested how people experienced and dealt with their desires when in a self-reported mindful state. That last bit is an important distinction, says study author Malte Friese, Ph....

Now, in a new study from the University of Zurich published in NeuroImage, scientists explore whether combining meditation with psilocybin—the chemical in magic mushrooms—may impact brain function and alter self-consciousness even after the high is gone. Understanding the Effects of Mushrooms Understanding the Effects of Mushrooms In the University of Zurich study, 38 experienced adult meditators were randomly assigned to either a psilocybin or placebo control group. They then participated in a five-day, silent group meditation retreat....

1. The Ponytail Scarf 1. The Ponytail Scarf Thinking about wearing your hair in a ponytail to beat the heat? Tie a scarf around the base of the style and secure the knot underneath the ponytail for a retro vibe that’s not only fun, but also adds a pop of color to any ensemble. We love how simple yet playful this festival hairstyle idea is. 2. Think Pink 2. Think Pink...

Time for another fun and silly excuse to celebrate with your hubby! It’s “National Chocolate Milkshake” Day on September 12th! We’ve got these SUPER cute FREE printables for you to use to celebrate in a quick and easy way! Just gather all your favorite ingredients for a milkshake! I grabbed some chocolate ice cream and some of my hubby’s favorite candy to add in! Whipped cream and sprinkles are a must!...

The gathering promises to bring together leaders in the field, including education researchers, along with meditation teachers and Congressman Tim Ryan. The three-day conference will involve breakout workshops: Mindful Education Research Developing Mindfulness Programs in Schools Mindfulness-based Therapy with Youth Mindfuless With At-Risk Youth For more information and to register, click here. 07/17/12 [photo © flickr.com/ ]